FAQs

What is the meaning of digital printing?
Digital printing refers to methods of printing from a digital based image directly to a variety of media. It usually refers to professional printing where small-run jobs from desktop publishing and other digital sources are printed using large-format and/or high-volume laser or inkjet printers.


Is screen printing or digital printing better?
Screen & digital Print refer to different applications of print.


What is a large format digital printing?
Large format print is a print of material of large dimensions from a large indoor poster or banner to printed on textiles to cover the outside of a building.


What is offset printing vs digital printing?
Offset print is for print ruins of 5000 + whereas digital print is suitable for runs of up to 5000.


What are the advantages of digital printing?
Advantages of digital print – same day turn around, quick dry of inks, quick set up, cost effective for small quantities.


What are the disadvantages of digital printing?
Not suitable /cost-effective for large print runs.


How long does digital printing last?
Indoors – lifetime/ outdoors depends on the material used 3yr/5yr/210yr.


Is digital printing the same as laser printing?
Same process.


Is DTG better than screen printing?
N/A


Which is better screen printing or heat transfer?
Different applications for different jobs. Both have their advantages depending on the job & material to be printed.


How is digital printing done on fabric?
Heat press depends on the care with washing but 2 to 3 years.


Can you print on glossy paper with a laser printer?
Yes


Which is better, vinyl or screen printing?
Vinyl is a material printed. Screen printing is the printing process.

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